Ocean (3-2) at Long Branch (5-1): Ocean is riding a two-game win streak, but Long Branch is getting hot at the right time. Factor in Dwight Clark's return to an already dominant backfield, featuring Deon Williams and Joscil Jackson, and Long Branch is set to make strides in Class B North.
Long Branch, 27-17

Freehold Township (0-5) at Howell (0-5): One team's going to pick up its first win of the season. For Howell to accomplish that feat, quarterback Connor McGlynn will need to have a hot hand in the pass-friendly offense. Freehold must find a way to defend the pass.
Howell, 23-20

Toms River North (4-1) at Brick Township (1-5): Toms River North made a statement last week, knocking off Brick Memorial, No. 19 in The Star-Ledger's Top 20. Expect quarterback Carmen Sclafani to have another standout performance against an outmatched Brick Township squad.
Toms River North, 33-13

Southern Regional (3-2) at Brick Memorial (5-1): The Class A South slugfest continues for both teams. After falling to Lacey and Toms River North, respectively, a week ago, both teams look to remain in title contention with a win. For both teams, success starts with the quarterbacks. Look for Ryan Cieplinski to lead Brick Memorial on the ground and through the air.
Brick Memorial, 30-20

Toms River South (2-4) at Toms River East (1-5): South has made strides since switching to Tymere Berry at quarterback. The dual-threat quarterback can change games with his playmaking ability.
Toms River South, 24-14

South Brunswick (5-1) at Middletown North (1-4): South Brunswick quarterback T.J. Perkowski needs to take advantage of a Middletown North defense that is allowing 29 points per game.
South Brunswick, 30-13

Colonia (6-0) at Raritan (0-6): Colonia should establish its well-balanced offense early in this one, with the combination of Sam Pero on the ground and quarterback Treny Barney's through the air against an outmatched Raritan squad.
Colonia 28-7

Manasquan (2-4) at Holmdel (3-3): Holmdel was derailed by Red Bank Catholic, allowing 43 points, 30 more than its allowed any opponent so far this season. The defense should get back on track against Manasquan if it can limit running back Joe Murphy.
Holmdel, 17-10

Msgr. Donovan (4-1) at Rumson (5-0): Rumson's offense bounced back after a nine-point performance against Red Bank Regional, scoring 31 against against Raritan. Danny Roberto needs to keep the ball rolling for Rumson against a strong Msgr. Donovan squad that features running back Grant Klimek and an offensive line with Virginia-bound Brad Henson.
Rumson, 27-16

Pinelands (0-6) at Jackson Liberty (3-2): Jackson Liberty needs a rebound game after two straight losses. They'll get that against a Pinelands squad struggling to keep games close.
Jackson Liberty, 42-7

Matawan (4-1) at Red Bank Regional (1-4): If Tajhi Tomaino is healthy and effective for Red Bank and the defensive line, anchored by Garrett Sickels, has a strong performance, Red Bank could give Matawan a scare.
Red Bank, 21-14

Jackson Memorial (1-4) at Lacey (6-0): Quarterback Tom Kelly completed 78 percent of his passes against Southern, and it seems Lacey's offense is one of the most complete. Look for running back Kyle Spatz and receivers Bill Belford and Christian Tutela to shine.
Lacey, 34-13

Middletown South (4-1) at Marlboro (2-3): Middletown South's running back Jake Ripnick is on his way to a stand-out season. He'll continue to be effective against Marlboro.
Middletown South, 28-16

Keyport (5-1) at Keansburg (4-2): Keansburg quarterback Ryan Kurtz has been stellar this season. He'll match up against a Keyport defense that surrendered 225 yards through the air a week ago, but also won the turnover margin. Kurtz needs to play mistake-free football to combat a strong Keyport offense, featuring Johnny Olsen and Manny Martinez as the ball carriers.
Keyport, 30-28

St. John Vianney (2-3) at Monmouth (1-4): St. John Vianney quarterback Billy DeMato threw four interceptions in a loss to Colts Neck. He'll bounce back against a Monmouth squad giving up 25 points per game.
St. John Vianney, 34-10

Freehold (1-5) at Neptune (4-2): Neptune's lost two straight and is looking to redeem itself against a struggling Freehold squad. Look for Ajee Patterson to find his playmaking receivers. Neptune, 32-14